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Sports
Nepotism in Cricket Administration: Bane or Blessing?
In a significant development for the cricketing world, Jay Shah has been elected as the new chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Shah, currently the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), will succeed Greg Barclay and take charge on December 1, 2024. His election was unopposed ; a testament to his growing influence and…
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Travel
A Foot Traveler’s Tale: Discovering Guwahati’s Hidden Trails
“Over every mountain, there’s a path, though it might be hidden from view down in the valley.” Ever since I was a kid, the great outdoors have always called out to me. Growing up in Guwahati, with the Brahmaputra River flowing by and the Shillong plateau towering in the distance, I was surrounded by natural beauty. This ancient city, once…
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Entertainment
It’s Elementary: The Enchanting World of Detectives and Mysteries
“Unless you are good at guessing, it is not much use being a detective” ~ Agatha Christie The word “detective” sparks something primal in all of us. The moment we hear it, vivid images of trench coats, magnifying glasses, and secretive figures flood our minds. Of course, when it comes to detectives, one name reigns supreme: Sherlock Holmes. Picture this—our…
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Sports
The Bone of Contention in Indian Sports
When Indian doubles duo Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy began their Paris Olympic Games 2024 campaign with a convincing victory in their opening group stage match, in the post match conversation, Chirag Shetty emphasized the need for greater promotion of badminton in India, comparing it to the popularity and support enjoyed by cricket. He called on Indian corporate houses to…
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Sports
India’s Olympic Dream Falls Short: A Call for Enhanced Mental Preparation
As the curtain falls on the Paris Olympics 2024, India’s aspiration to secure a double-digit medal tally has once again stumbled. The addition of Aman Sherawat’s bronze medal brings the nation’s total to 1 silver and 5 bronze medals. With the outcome of Vinesh Phogat’s silver medal appeal pending, it seems India will again finish with fewer than 10 medals.…
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